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Willow Health Media is Kenya’s first independent, digital newsroom dedicated exclusively to health and science journalism. It is a non profit organisation where evidence meets storytelling, turning complex health issues into clear, compelling narratives.
Founded in 2024, Willow was born out of a belief that an informed public is essential to achieving health equity. Like its namesake the resilient willow tree, our work is rooted, healing, and far-reaching.
A seven-year-old’s hospital stay sparked the dream. A young girl’s preventable death made it a mission. Dr Jacqueline Kitulu, first Kenyan President of the World Medical Association, has never looked back.
Our Journey
Since its founding, Willow Health Media has been committed to transforming public health communication through trusted journalism, powerful storytelling, and strategic partnerships.
Explore the milestones that have shaped our journey and the impact we continue to make in advancing health knowledge across Africa.
“I cannot imagine going to a level two hospital”, says John Mwangome. “Even Coast General Hospital is struggling, so I
New WHO data shows that an estimated 1.3 million people acquired HIV in 2024, compared with 2.2 million in 2010.
A new report says Africa is training more health workers than ever, but many people still cannot access care because
Pap Smear vs HPV DNA Test: Which Cervical Cancer Screening Test Is Better?
Bulldozed, Grabbed, Abandoned: The Disappearance of Nairobi’s Public Health Centres
Why Ebola Outbreaks Are Won or Lost in the Community | Dr Allan Mpairwe
EXCLUSIVE: The Ebola Training Centre Most People Will Never See
Tiny Hats, Tiny Socks, Big Fight: Saving Kenya’s Premature Babies
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STORIES PUBLISHED
Data-driven health stories covering outbreaks, policy, and patient experiences
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VIDEOS PRODUCED
Willow TV, White Coat Diaries, Lifeline Dialogues and Documentary features
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VIDEO VIEWS
Engaging audiences through multimedia health storytelling.
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WEBSITE VIEWS
Unique visitors, credible health information
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